Lepisanthes sambiranensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sambiranensis
ID:
747376
Status:
valid
Authors:
Buerki, Callm. & Lowry
Source:
ksu
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 31: 306 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746709
Common Names
- Lepisanthes sambiranensis
- Sambiranensis Lepisanthes
- Sambiranensis' Lepisanthes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lepisanthes sambiranensis (also called Sambirano Lepisanthes, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Madagascar and is found in open forests, woodlands and heathlands. It has bright yellow flowers and dark green, oval-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Lepisanthes sambiranensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a hedge plant. It is also used to make herbal tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lepisanthes sambiranensis has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lepisanthes sambiranensis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. For cuttings, take a 4-6 inch stem cutting from the parent plant and place it in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright indirect light for best results.
Where to Find Lepisanthes sambiranensis
Lepisanthes sambiranensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the region of Analamanga.
Lepisanthes sambiranensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepisanthes sambiranensis?
Lepisanthes sambiranensis
What is the common name of Lepisanthes sambiranensis?
Sambirano Lepisanthes
Where is Lepisanthes sambiranensis found?
Madagascar
Species in the Lepisanthes genus
Lepisanthes falcata, Lepisanthes erecta, Lepisanthes divaricata, Lepisanthes dictyophylla, Lepisanthes membranifolia, Lepisanthes burmanica, Lepisanthes ferruginea, Lepisanthes kinabaluensis, Lepisanthes amoena, Lepisanthes mixta, Lepisanthes banaensis, Lepisanthes aphanococca, Lepisanthes amplifolia, Lepisanthes bengalan, Lepisanthes alata, Lepisanthes andamanica, Lepisanthes ramiflora, Lepisanthes simplicifolia, Lepisanthes senegalensis, Lepisanthes tetraphylla, Lepisanthes multijuga, Lepisanthes unilocularis, Lepisanthes sambiranensis, Lepisanthes perrieri, Lepisanthes chrysotricha, Lepisanthes fruticosa, Lepisanthes browniana, Lepisanthes hainanensis, Lepisanthes basicardia, Lepisanthes rubiginosa, Lepisanthes cauliflora, Lepisanthes oligophylla,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
Martin Wilhelm Callmander (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Callm.' in the authors string.
Sven Buerki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buerki' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77103705-1: Based on the initial data import